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Trip from Grants Pass, OR to Saint Helens, OR

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 38m

Distance

273.2 mi

440 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$54

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

65 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 26m ★
6 AM
5h 39m
8 AM
6h 5m
10 AM
5h 48m
12 PM
5h 45m
3 PM
5h 49m
5 PM
6h 4m
8 PM
5h 31m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Grants Pass, OR to Saint Helens, OR covers 273.2 miles and takes about 5h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on OR 99, Lower Columbia River Highway, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 233.7 miles on OR 99. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.42 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

136.6 miles from Grants Pass, OR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
OR 99 233.7 mi 4h 33m
Lower Columbia River Highway 9.9 mi 16m
Beaverton-Tigard Freeway 6.7 mi 9m
Northwest Cornelius Pass Road 5.6 mi 9m
Northwest Saint Helens Road 5.1 mi 7m
Northwest Sunset Highway 3.9 mi 5m
Northwest 185th Avenue 2.6 mi 4m
OR 217 0.9 mi 2m
Longest stretch: OR 99 — 233.7 mi, about 4h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Grants Pass, OR and Saint Helens, OR.

1

Start on Southwest H Street

196 ft · 16 sec · Southwest H Street
2

Turn left onto Southwest 4th Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Southwest 4th Street
3

Continue on Northwest Washington Boulevard

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Northwest Washington Boulevard
4

Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Northwest Savage Street
5

Continue on Northeast Savage Street

504 ft · 21 sec · Northeast Savage Street
6

Turn left onto OR 99

0.8 mi · 1 min · Northeast 7th Street
7

Take the exit onto OR 99

234 mi · 4 hr 33 min · OR 99
Use the straight lane.
8

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 292A Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto OR 217

6.7 mi · 9 min · Beaverton-Tigard Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit onto OR 217

0.9 mi · 2 min · OR 217
Toward US 26 West
11

Merge onto US 26

3.9 mi · 5 min · Northwest Sunset Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Exit 64 Toward 185th Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight right at fork

235 ft · 5 sec
Toward P.C.C. - Rock Creek
14

Turn slight right onto Northwest 185th Avenue

2.6 mi · 4 min · Northwest 185th Avenue
Use the right lane.
15

At end of road, turn left onto Northwest Germantown Road

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Northwest Germantown Road
16

Turn right onto Northwest Old Cornelius Pass Road

504 ft · 12 sec · Northwest Old Cornelius Pass Road
17

Turn slight right onto OR 127

5.6 mi · 9 min · Northwest Cornelius Pass Road
18

At end of road, turn left onto US 30

5.1 mi · 7 min · Northwest Saint Helens Road
19

Continue on US 30

2.1 mi · 3 min · Lower Columbia River Highway
20

Continue on US 30

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Columbia River Highway
21

Continue on US 30

7.8 mi · 12 min · Lower Columbia River Highway
Use the straight lane.
22

Turn right onto US 30 Bus

0.8 mi · 2 min · Columbia Boulevard
23

Turn right onto South 8th Street

88 ft · 3 sec · South 8th Street
24

Arrive at destination

South 8th Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 136.6 miles from Grants Pass, OR, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 233.7 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 60 miles or 1h 13m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 136.6 miles or 2h 42m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Helens, OR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Grants Pass, OR so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Grants Pass, OR

This is one driving day of about 273.2 miles and 5h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Grants Pass, OR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on OR 99 for about 233.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Lane County, Oregon, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Springfield, OR

137 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Myrtle Creek, OR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cottage Grove, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 136.6 miles from Grants Pass, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before OR 99 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 233.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Country Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Woodburn, Oregon

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 214.6

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15039823883

Visit website

Gubanc's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lake Oswego, Oregon

1.7 mi

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Albany, Oregon

1.6 mi

Country Cottage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 214.6

Woodburn, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15039823883

Visit website

Gubanc's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 234.1

Lake Oswego, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15036352102

Visit website

Sweet Waters Family Restaurant & Oasis Lounge

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 175.6

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15418129220

Flight Deck Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 195.1

Salem, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15035815721

Cafe Marzocca Italian Espresso Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 234.1

Lake Oswego, Oregon

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+15036365001

Visit website

Roger's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 175.6

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+15419266717

Visit website

Mandy's Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 136.6

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15416540382

Visit website

Pop's Branding Iron Restaurant & Lounge

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 175.6

Albany, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15419265755

Visit website

Chargepoint Charging Staion

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 136.6

Eugene, Oregon

EVCS Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 19.5

Wolf Creek, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Grants Pass, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 136.6

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 136.6

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 136.6

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 136.6

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 136.6

Springfield, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Glass Forge Gallery & Studio LLC

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Grants Pass, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+15419550815

Visit website

Hellgate Jetboat Excursions

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Grants Pass, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15414797204

Visit website

Columbia View Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 273.2

St Helens, Oregon

Hours: 7:30 am–7:30 pm

+15033976272

Visit website

HalloweenTown Every October

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 273.2

St Helens, OR

Hours: Closed

Visit website

Museum of Natural and Cultural History

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 136.6

Eugene, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+15413463024

Visit website

Riverside Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Grants Pass, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15414716435

Visit website

McCormick Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 273.2

St Helens, Oregon

Hours: 7:30 am–7:30 pm

+15033976272

Visit website

Spirit Of Halloweentown

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 273.2

St Helens, Oregon

Hours: Closed

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 248.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1 mi into trip | ~2m in | Northwest Savage Street

Turn right onto Northwest Savage Street

Navigation decision point

5
2 mi into trip | ~5m in | OR 99

Take the exit onto OR 99

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
8
235.7 mi into trip | ~4h 38m in

Take the exit toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 292A Toward OR 217: Tigard, Beaverton
7
248.1 mi into trip | ~4h 56m in

Take the exit toward 185th Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 64 Toward 185th Avenue
6
248.3 mi into trip | ~4h 57m in

Keep slight right at fork toward P.C.C. - Rock Creek

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward P.C.C. - Rock Creek

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$54.42 one way

$108.85 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 96 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $57.60 $115.20
premium $5.59 $60.14 $120.27
diesel $5.61 $60.32 $120.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$54

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$79–$104

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 95.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

65 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Blink Charging Station

Eugene, Oregon

Blink

1 DCFC

Chargepoint Charging Staion

Eugene, Oregon

Other

1 DCFC

Blink Charging Station

Eugene, Oregon

Blink

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Eugene, Oregon

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Eugene, Oregon

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Eugene, Oregon

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Electric Era Charging Station

Canyonville, Oregon

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Eugene, Oregon

Tesla

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 23 Blink: 17 Other: 13 Electrify America: 3 EVCS: 3 Tesla: 2 Shell Recharge: 2 EV Connect: 1 Tesla Destination: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 82 1 $28.69 $13.11
Efficient EV 68.3 0 $23.90 $10.93
EV Truck/SUV 109.3 1 $38.25 $17.48

Gas CO2

96 kg

EV CO2

32 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Grants Pass, OR

Morning in Grants Pass on Saturday

Local time

11:19 AM

PDT

Current temp

75°F

Sunny

WSW 0 to 9 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Destination

Saint Helens, OR

Morning in Saint Helens on Saturday

Local time

11:19 AM

PDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

41°F

Springfield, OR

137 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

6 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 38m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 5h 38m highway drive covering 273.2 miles, with most of the trip on OR 99 and Lower Columbia River Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 233.7 miles on OR 99.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OR 99 is the longest continuous segment at about 233.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OR 99 and Lower Columbia River Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Northwest Savage Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 273.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (Northwest Savage Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (OR 99): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 235.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Grants Pass, OR and Saint Helens, OR, road signs point toward Beaverton and P.c.c. - Rock Creek.

Beaverton

235.7 mi in | ~4h 38m

P.c.c. - Rock Creek

248.3 mi in | ~4h 57m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 38m. Total distance: 273.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Grants Pass, OR to Saint Helens, OR covers 273.2 miles and takes about 5h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are OR 99, Lower Columbia River Highway, Beaverton-Tigard Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 136.6 miles from Grants Pass, OR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.42 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 273.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (Northwest Savage Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (OR 99): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 235.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Between Grants Pass, OR and Saint Helens, OR, road signs point toward Beaverton and P.c.c. - Rock Creek.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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